Gardening & Maintenance Officer

Permanent Full Time
- Based at Grange
- Salary packaging - increase your take home pay

**What we offer**:

- ** Competitive salary packaging**: Take home more with tax-free benefits, including up to $15,899 per year and an additional $2,650 tax-free each year for meals and holidays.
- ** Paid parental leave**:Get the support you need to start or grow your family, with superannuation contributions included.
- ** Career development**: Grow your skills and progress your career with genuine opportunities across the organisation.
- ** Discounted benefits**:Enjoy savings on motor vehicles, gym memberships, health insurance and more
- ** Employee Assistance Program**: Get confidential support for you and your family

**Who are we looking for?**:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced **Gardening and Maintenance Officer** to join our team at our Grange location. In this role, you will be the sole gardener, responsible for maintaining the grounds and performing minor maintenance tasks to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for our residents.

**What can you expect to be doing?**:

- Perform a variety of gardening ensuring all areas are well-kept and safe.
- Duties include pruning, weeding, mowing, cutting back bushes, and maintaining the overall appearance of the grounds.
- Assisting with minor maintenance tasks as needed and serving as a backup for the Maintenance Officer
- Work collaboratively with the aged care team to identify and address garden needs.
- Operate and maintain equipment in line with site procedures and manufacturer instructions.
- Contributing to a positive safety culture by adhering to WH&S policies and actively participating in safety initiatives.
- Providing friendly and engaging service to residents and staff, ensuring customer satisfaction is at the forefront of all actions.

**What do you need to bring?**:

- Certificate III in Horticulture and/or relevant trade qualifications with significant experience in gardening and grounds maintenance.
- Proven ability to manage time effectively, work independently, and maintain high standards in gardening and minor maintenance tasks.
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to work to established procedures.
- Excellent time management skills to ensure jobs are completed within required time frames.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

**Who is AnglicareSA?**:
AnglicareSA, South Australia's leading social services provider, empowers over 50,000 individuals annually. Our 2,000 passionate employees and 300+ dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to support individuals, families, and communities. We address immediate needs while fostering empowerment, dignity, and maintaining control in their lives.

From emergency assistance to lifelong support, our diverse services cater to every life stage. We champion social justice, equality, and strong communities, because** together, we change lives.**

**How to Apply**:
If you’re passionate about gardening and maintenance and want to make a real difference in the lives of our aged care residents, we’d love to hear from you

You can view the Position Description via the vacancy's advert on the AnglicareSA website for further details on the role requirements.
- We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our _website_ for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access AnglicareSA’s Reconciliation Action Plan._
- AnglicareSA is a White Ribbon organisation committed to the prevention of violence against women._

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